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Lilac Barn

Contact name: Cherry Dobson
13
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over 11 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

All classes have been postponed for the foreseeable future. However if upholstery students would like to book an online chat or help with their project, or would like to purchase materials then please contact me. Cherry

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Recent reviews

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8 Apr 22'

Chris Roberts reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"Dawn is very knowledgeable and imparts this clearly. She went through some very basic information about needles and thread that de-mystified issues that had bugged me for over 40 years. Although I was unable to stay for the whole week I feel confident that I can continue due to the clarity of the instruction. Delicious food and cake throughout. I highly recommend this course."

Lilac Barn responded:

"Thank you , I am so pleased that you enjoyed the course and sorry that you had to leave early. I hope to see you again gin the future. Cherry"

13 Oct 20'

Glynis Hillier reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"Just come back from a lovely week at Lilac Barn with Cherry and Dawn. Lots of useful tips to get the best out of my "old" sewing machine, great help and encouragement for a relative beginner from everyone. I've now got lots of ideas and different techniques to try. I enjoyed everyone's company and the lunches and cakes were delicious, thank you Cherry! I look forward to the opportunity to come again."

Lilac Barn responded:

"Dear Glynis Thank you for taking the time to do the excellent review. What you achieved was amazing from not having any idea of how the blocks would work to making a star! Well done. I look forward to seeing you again, maybe next year Cherry"

12 Oct 20'

Helen= B-S reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"A fantastic relaxed week at Lilac Barn with Dawn, in the bright airy spacious studio at Lilac Barn. Lots of one on and one and group tuition, a relaxed atmosphere and an open hours policy meant you can spend as much time sewing as you wanted. I learnt lots, and have come away brimming with new techniques and inspiration. Cherry is an excellent host, providing delicious homemade lunches and hands on help (she unpicked lots of seams for me as well as helped make a pressing mat) and has a wealth of local knowledge to help you get the most out of your time Will be rebooking for next year!"

Lilac Barn responded:

"Dear Helen Thank you for the excellent review, your work was inspirational. It is always good for Dawn and I to hear that the week works well and that the students leave having achieved their goals and more. We look forward to seeing you again Take care Cherry"

21 Feb 20'

Linda Rosemary Folkard reviewed: One week upholstery courses with Cherry Dobson

"Spent a fascinating week with Cherry at Lilac Barn as a complete beginner. I learnt so much from her and enjoyed her friendly tuition & company of the other students. Wonderful lunches every day in her own home plus home made cakes and tea & coffee throughout the day. Learnt the process of reupholstering a very old family chair and intend to return to learn how to apply the actual covering fabric, buttons and piping once I have obtained the right material. Thank you so much Cherry for a most enjoyable and interesting week!!"

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